Emotional disturbance describes children and adolescents with mental health issues that cause troubling or abnormal emotional experiences. It could include anxiety, developmental disorders, cognitive impairment, depression, defiance, and other problematic behavior.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions aim to reduce problematic behaviors, increase the ability to cope with stressful and triggering situations that lead to emotional disturbances, and develop tools and skills that boost self-confidence and stability.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Emotional Disturbance
Life's journey is full of changes, whether by choice or thrust upon us by circumstances beyond our control. The stress of divorce, an empty nest or the death of someone you love may leave you feeling sad, alone and overwhelmed. Job losses, relocation or even retirement may leave you feeling discouraged and adrift. I am particularly interested in the issues that we face with aging family members...
GET RELATIONSHIP TOOLS YOU NEED, GAIN POWER OVER ANXIETY, & EXPERIENCE MORE CONFIDENCE. Feel like you're in a revolving door of unsatisfied relationships or having difficulty maintaining the one you have? Wondering if you'll end up alone or marry the wrong person? Has your relationship become one fight after another? Has an infidelity mistake created lack in trust and a total romance bust? Perh...
If you are looking for confidential, professional and respectful counseling, you have come to the right place. If you have experienced trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship or family struggles... our group of qualified therapists will work with you on improving areas of your life so you gain control. Our goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrati...
I have been practicing social work for over ten years and have had the pleasure of working with individuals in overcoming their personal obstacles, such as depression, anxiety or other environmental stressors. Seeking out a therapist can be an overwhelming process, especially when you're not feeling your best. My first goal is to provide the client with a supportive and empathetic environment t...
Feeling stuck? Overwhelmed with difficult emotions, rumination or impulsive behaviors? Finding yourself engaging in the same ineffective patterns? Having difficulty healing from the past or managing a current traumatic event, loss or life adjustment? I am a strengths-based, certified EMDR therapist with nearly 20 years counseling experience with adults, intensive training in DBT, and influenced...
*** PLEASE NOTE: I AM UNABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. I enjoy working with individuals facing a variety of issues including loss of all types. This includes the death of a loved one, divorce or separation, job loss, infertility, and retirement. I have an understanding of the stress and anxiety as a lifelong resident of the peninsula. My approach is practical and supportive. I am a...
EMDR, BRAINSPOTTING, CPT and RTM for individuals, and veterans. I am certified in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing) and RTM and trained in Brainspotting, and Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT). Although I approach each session based on clients needs, I also focus on underlying factors that are causing issues today and together we work through them so you can have the life you...
Do you feel stuck, perhaps are dealing with a difficult transition, relationship struggles, sleep problems or maybe you just need some general support? I welcome you to meet with me as I offer a safe, professional space for you to work through challenges and can assist you in confronting difficult life situations. I am honored to join my clients in walking their life path and in doing so provid...
I have developed a safe place with programs that promote healing and hope. For more than 25 years these programs have helped with Marriage, Addiction, Abuse, Work related issues and have helped people to identify their needs and work towards having those needs met. I welcome the opportunity to help you and/or your family. If you are not interested in Faith based Counseling please let us know, a...
I appreciate working with people who desire a Christian perspective. I have a passion for my relationship with Christ and strive to be obedient to His leading. I trust that Christ has provided me with talents, knowledge and discernment to work with people who are hurting, lost, feeling hopeless and wrestling with daily life issues....
We all have what I call some little - or big "holes in the soul": hurts, regrets, anger from unmet basic needs that have occurred or are occurring in our lives. If we stay too much in the past, we are depressed; if too much in the future (especially "what if ???"), we are anxious. The measure of quality in our lives - in feeling more successful, balanced, healthy, happy, and able to deal “in th...
Seeking counseling is an important step toward making your wellbeing a priority and finding relief from the pain and unhappiness you might be feeling. When life becomes challenging and we are left feeling sad, overwhelmed or consumed with worry and doubt, it is vital that we allow ourselves to receive support from others. As a licensed mental health counselor, I provide therapeutic services in ...
My goal is to help you thrive rather than just survive. People seek counseling when they want to make a change in their lives. Whether you desire a change in emotions and well-being, relationships or behavior, and whether you seek a change for yourself, your child, or your family, I can help you work towards your goals. My counseling practice aims to help individuals and families succeed at...
My approach to therapy is compassionate and direct. I will be respectful, but I will also be honest. I routinely give homework assignments as part of therapy, with the belief that if you accomplish the task you will start to experience the change you seek. I will try to understand both the nature and context of your problem and the potential impact of change before I offer helpful solutions. I...
At the center, clients can expect to learn how to live their best life. As a therapist and being involved in the field for 16 years, I've worked with adolescents, women and families through individual, family and group therapy. My expertise is working with individuals experiencing depression, self-esteem issues, history of abuse, generalized and social anxiety, anger management, stress manageme...
